Title
10:00 am Appointment
Wendy Schneider, Executive Director, Green Hectares
Proposed Motion(s)
That the committee accept the report as information.
Body
Administration Recommendation(s)
Purpose
The purpose of this report is to provide Council with an annual report for Green Hectares Program and their activities.
Summary
Green Hectares is a program designed to be a one stop portal to existing educational, training and business services. This is needed in rural areas like Parkland County because awareness and access to these programs is limited. This portal is delivered both on line and in person, and is designed to be personal and effective. This timely and improved access to programs and services are targeted at rural entrepreneurs, farmers, producers, rural families and community members.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications (As Required)
The Green Hectares program fits the strategic plan under Goal #1 - Parkland County is a diverse and inclusive community that will balance the needs of its residents and provide a choice of lifestyle in a harmonious and safe environment. and strategy #1 under this goal - Parkland county will increase awareness of existing services and programs.
Financial Impact:
Cost: none
Source of Funding:
Other (As Required)